NHTSA Recall 00V198000
NHTSA Campaign Id 00V198000; Date: Jul. 17, 2000
A puncture in the rear brake hose will result in a loss of braking force at the rear wheels.
Recalled Vehicles:
1997 Dodge Dakota; 1998 Dodge Dakota; 1999 Dodge Dakota; 2000 Dodge Dakota
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 437,000
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: pickup trucks. Some vehicles may have been built with inadequate clearance between the rear axle vent hose and the brake hose.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the rear brake hose for evidence of wear. Worn brake hoses will be replaced. The rear vent hose will be shortened by 3 inches and a clip will be installed to assure clearance between the axle vent line and brake hose is maintained.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification is divided into phases based on vehicle build configuration. Notification to owners of vehicles contained in the first phase of the recall began August 21, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contactdaimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 21, 2000
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